Banff Summer Wedding at Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Getting ready with the bride and groom at Buffalo mountain lodge

Banff locals A & R got in touch about their plans to get married in Banff and we quickly hit it off over our love of adventuring out in the Rockies. We had an amazing morning in the Spring for their engagement photos and had been looking forward to their wedding ever since. We met them to capture them getting ready with their wedding party at Buffalo Mountain Lodge.

First look and bridal photos in Banff

With everything all glammed up and ready to roll, we snuck out for an intimate first look in the nearby forest. These two were so excited (and a tiny bit nervous!) to see each other and start spending some time with each other on their special day.

With their first look behind them, we took a short trip to Lake Minnewanka to capture their couples photos so that when they returned, they could really focus on the time they had with their guests.

Outdoor wedding ceremony in banff national park

As time was drawing closer to their ceremony, we took advantage of an impromptu first look with A’s father as the stars aligned to quickly move these two into position to share this intimate moment. Before long, it was time for their outdoor Summer wedding ceremony. There was even an extra special appearance mid-ceremony from a beautifully vivid rainbow, arcing over the Bow Valley.

Summer Wedding reception at Buffalo mountain lodge

With A & R officially husband and wife, we managed to sneak in a few post-ceremony photos before the heavens opened as we were heading indoors! With their guests having a blast at cocktail hour, these two joined in and were announced for their entrance into dinner. A & R decided to have their first dance together before dinner and allow some time after dinner to cut their cake, enjoy some speeches and have their dances with their parents. The evening flowed beautifully and it was a joy to capture their memories together.

We loved that these two re-arranged some of the elements of their day, away from the traditional layout, to make sure they could celebrate the way they wanted to. It was such a personalized day and it really showed…what a day! If you need some inspiration, guidance or simply a sounding board for you timeline then feel free to reach out and we’d be happy to help.

Kahli & Leo

Wild Alpine Image Co.

Planning: Danielle with Something New Banff

Venue: Buffalo Mountain Lodge